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Konnor Griffin Makes Pirates History in MLB Debut

PITTSBURGH -- This year's home opener for the Pittsburgh Pirates had a very special addition. In front of a soldout PNC Park crowd, the Pirates welcomed teenaged superstar Konnor Griffin for his MLB debut.

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Konnor Griffin hits RBI double in first MLB at-bat as Pirates beat O's

Konnor Griffin doubled and drove in a run in his major league debut to back up a quality start by Mitch Keller and propel the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles in their home opener on Friday.

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Pirates vs. Orioles: The Highly Anticipated Home Opener Series

All eyes in the baseball world are on the Pittsburgh Pirates. For the first time in what feels like an eternity, it's for a positive reason. That's because the unanimous top prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin , is set to make his Major League debut at PNC Park for the Pirates (3-3) home opener against the Baltimore Orioles (3-3).

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Pirates Designate Enmanuel Valdez For Assignment

The Pirates have designated infielder Enmanuel Valdez for assignment, per a club announcement. His 40-man roster spot goes to the game’s No. 1 overall prospect, shortstop Konnor Griffin, whose previously announced promotion to the majors is now finalized.

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